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EPISODE · Dec 5, 2025 · 59 MIN

1084 - How Are Nursing Homes Failing Addiction Patients in 2025?

from Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes · host Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

00:00 Introduction & Overview 00:16 Defining Post-Acute and Long-Term Care 01:06 Levels and Types of Care Facilities 02:08 Addiction in the General Population 02:58 Hospitalization and Addiction Statistics 04:54 Prevalence of Substance Use Disorders in Care 05:48 Screening for Co-Occurring Issues 07:08 Medication Management Risks 09:02 Self-Administration & Diversion Concerns 12:00 Alcohol Access and Facility Policies 15:00 Unconventional Substance Use Risks 17:01 Vulnerabilities in Care Settings 18:29 Sleep, Circadian Rhythms & Recovery 20:57 Pain and Physical Vulnerabilities 23:06 History of Addiction and Detox Issues 25:09 Interpersonal & Emotional Vulnerabilities 27:13 Self-Esteem, Trauma & Communication 29:07 Emotional Intelligence & Coping 31:10 Cognitive and Organizational Vulnerabilities 34:42 Environmental Risks & Supervision Gaps 36:31 Triggers for Substance Use 39:45 Medication Management, Seeking, & Diversion 43:52 Rehabilitation Setbacks and Grief 47:05 Interpersonal Manipulation & Emotional Distress 49:08 Cognitive Triggers and Facility Management 51:05 Environmental Triggers Unique to Care Settings 52:54 Role of Antipsychotics and Misuse 53:45 Key Takeaways & Strategies for Prevention 55:52 Course Completion & Wrap-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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